The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant) while the Rapidus 30 Backpack does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Rapidus 30 Backpack
Category Hiking Ski
Sub Category Backpacking Sports
Capacity (L) 24L 30L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish 10% nylon
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy Bluebird / Turbulence Grey
Warranty Lifetime Lifetime
Release Date June 18, 2019
Rating 3.7
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with U pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets 1 side crampon, 1 side skin, 1 insulated water bottle
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 1 side slip-in pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Ice-axe carry with covered tip for secure and protected carry
Lightweight Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel FlashDry back panel
Baby Features Insulated Pockets Insulated water bottle holder
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face against the Rapidus 30 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Rapidus 30 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports features.

The The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 23 x 13 x 4. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy in comparison the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of inches. Constructed from 10% nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Bluebird / Turbulence Grey.